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X487 JHG

2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

21,454 mi
Last recorded21,454 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R16,757 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX487 JHG
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 21,454 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 17,919 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2024 17,919 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 17,258 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 16,001 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 15,532 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 22 Oct 2014 13,825 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2013 12,708 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 11,761 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 10,170 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 9,124 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2009 8,692 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 8,268 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 7,531 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 6,951 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX-7R?

Based on 36,749 MOT tests across 3,673 vehicles.

81.4%
Pass Rate
662
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
3,673
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 649
reflector on motorcycle missing 561
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 450
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 425
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 375
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X487 JHG is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 16,757 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZX-7R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 649 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X487 JHG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX-7R typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 25 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-7R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X487 JHG registered?

X487 JHG is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 February 2001.

Is X487 JHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for X487 JHG shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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